Overview
Senna Leaves -- Cassia is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for male sexual health. Cassia absus is mentioned in the later section of the Karpuradi Varga. It is a small herb with compound leaves. The seeds are used medicinally and are a mild purgative. The plant grows 1-2 feet tall with yellow flowers. The pods contain 4-6 seeds. The seeds are mucilaginous and used in eye diseases as well. The drug has bitter taste with heating potency. It is used as a laxative, anthelmintic, and for skin diseases. Dose: 1-2 grams.
How Senna Leaves -- Cassia Helps with Male Sexual Health
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Senna Leaves -- Cassia has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing male sexual health:
- Potency (Virya): Ushna (hot)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Ruksha (dry)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Dry (Ruksha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Hot (Ushna)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Also Known As
- English: Cassia, Senna
Sanskrit: स्वर्णपत्री, चक्रमर्द
Hindi: चकवड़
Other Herbs for Male Sexual Health
See all herbs for male sexual health on the Male Sexual Health page.
Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.